Arthur Ashe Stadium

Harford Community College student Brandon Wolf was named the 2013 Arthur Ashe Leadership and Sportsmanship Award winner by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association. As a national award winner, Wolf has been invited to attend a special recognition ceremony during the Arthur Ashe Kids' Day inside Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing, N.Y., during the U.S. Open in August. Wolf grew up in a family that stressed the philosophy of helping others and he has been a supportive teammate who has helped to strengthen the team. A leader on the court, Wolf has been involved in a number of community service projects described in his winning essay. "It has been an honor to coach such a fine young man...

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